Friday, August 19, 2011

P E N N Y L A N E

Coat; Vintage. Belt; Jay Jays. Palazzo Pants; Dotti. Blouse; Cotton On.

I have never really considered myself to be 'cool'. In fact I'm the first to admit that I'm a bit of a dork, I read a lot, I spend far too much time indoors, and I think that 12am is an hour reserved only for sleeping and not for 'partying'. But I will say that when I wear this coat, I do feel slightly cooler than I actually am. With it's faux fur, suede and 'oh-so-seventies vibe, I feel a little bit like Penny Lane from 'Almost Famous'...that is until I trip down the stairs and all illusions are well and truly shattered. I got this coat for $6 from a charity store and had originally bought it for my mum, but after seeing it on, I quickly decided I was going to politely ask for it back (aka; steal it from her cupboard when she isn't home). And when the weather turned positively foul today I was really glad I did, the faux fur collar is perfect for snuggling into when the wind picks up, and the trusty suede gave a teensy bit of water proofing when the heavens opened up and drowned us all. Gotta love something that's versatile and down right cool right?

We've got some very exciting things coming up, thing which will result in free stuff for you guys, so keep your eyes peeled and all will be revealed shortly. Also a quick thankyou to my lovely friend Erin from My Mothers Diamond Ring for taking all these shots for me.

48 comments:

  1. One of your best outfits for sure:) I can see why you love the coat...what a fab find.

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  2. a faux fur coat for $6? I'd feel pretty damn cool in that myself (and i'm a hugggeeeeee dork! i've been obsessed with fantasy novels lately, i spend the majority of my time knitting and 12 a.m. is most certainty my bed time :p). it really does looks lovely on you!

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  3. Wear a long coat over a maxiskirt is pretty difficult, buy it looks really well on you.

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  4. OOH! Great layered look. Looks so cold :) It's hot in Chicago so opposite!
    Those boots are amazing and love the Penny Lane reference!

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  5. i love the color of you skirt, and those shoes are gorgeous! :D

    -haylie
    www.lovefashionloveyou.blogspot.com

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  6. Pretty outfit! LOVE the color of the skirt.

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  7. Loved the book-- love, love, love your blog :)

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  8. yeah it definitely is a very cool coat... reminds me of "almost famous"
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  9. I love the shoes and the coat!

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  10. thanks for your lovely comment, i follow you :), gorgeous shoes and complete outfit :)

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  11. Thankyou everyone for your comments! I love you all!

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  12. thanks for commenting on blog! really like yours, and your outfits are great!

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  13. You have a really interesting sense of style, and you're right, that coat is totally 70s cool! Don't worry about being a "nerd", I read a lot too :P

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  14. love the faux fur coat - week nights my bed time is 11pm! ha

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    xxx

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  15. Thank you for your lovely comment, Madame. I really adore the way you dress and your sense of style! I follow. Would be great, if you follow back and visit me again soon. Hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend.

    Bisou
    Catherine

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  16. that is one kick-ass coat, love the suede and faux fur (no doubt reminds me of the Somedays Lovin' version) great outfit dear, your palazzo pants look amazing

    x Lauren
    youronlyblackswan.blogspot.com

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  17. You look really great, I adore the colour of your trousers.

    Sarah
    xo

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  18. i would love to step into your photographs, & be near the sea. i could wear a penny lane inspired coat, & shatter some illusions with my own clumsiness. it's too hot here in texas, to hardly ever wear more than a jacket. :)

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  19. Almost Famous is an awesome movie. I love your coat.

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  20. Elegant fantastic outfit, great coat.

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  21. that coat is a great find!! thank you for stopping by my blog <3

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  22. love your skirt!
    xx
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  23. You look gorgeous! and those shoes are amazing! x

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  24. Love the color of your pants! xo

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  25. Lovely pictures! I really love your pants with the little belt! :)

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  26. loveee this outfit! i think its so perfect for the beautiful setting! i want that skirt!

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  27. Your photos are always such an amazing PERFECTION,there couldn't be a more fantastic look than you.so tender,so delicate,with magic in eyes,or just fires in cold expressions....

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  28. those trousers are ACE - they look so good on you

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  29. Very Penny Lane! I love it :) and the trousers are FAB,

    Rosie x

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  30. ohh my god,such a great outfit and blog ,i am te new follower from Turkey :)

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  31. Looooove this outfit! Great blog! Following! Follow back? <3

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  32. The pants are the perfect colour, love them.

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  33. ohmygosh i love your blog! I'm so glad I found it:) the banner is too cute. love your outfit. xxtaylor

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  34. i am loving those shoes!
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  35. Great outfit :) Thanks for visiting, visit me again when you want!

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  36. this outfit is awesome girl. you are rockin' it!!
    Xo

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  37. holy mackerel I am crazy about this outfit

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  38. following your blog and your style :)

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